2009 GMC Canyon vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mitsubishi Colt would be higher. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Colt.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mitsubishi Colt (294 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Canyon | 2006 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Canyon | Colt |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2834 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |
